Truck Driver / Labourer - Maintenance

About the opportunity

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that combines truck driving and hands-on labouring work? If you answered yes, then we want to hear from you!

Working in our maintenance crews, the Truck Driver/Labourer plays a vital role in servicing our community. You will be responsible for undertaking truck driving and labouring duties associated with the maintenance and construction of roads, paved areas, drainage facilities and parks in a safe and timely manner. In addition to driving the trucks, you will be responsible for the general servicing and overall maintenance of the vehicles, and will also have the ability to operate and maintain minor plant and equipment such as hand mowers and hand tools. 

You will join a hard working team that values a positive work culture built on teamwork and collaboration, is dedicated to safety and has a commitment to providing our community a high quality service.  

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Total Remuneration: $63,285 - $73,102 per annum (see below for breakdown)

• Base Salary: $55,517 - $64,282 per annum
• Plus 12% superannuation: $6,780 - $7,832
• Plus Adverse Working Conditions Allowance: $987.62

This role also has a potential to undertake up to 5 hours overtime per week ($10,586 - $12,258 per annum based on 5 hour range - not included in total remuneration). 

The Benefits

You will be located in the picturesque Hunter Valley which is located just 120 kilometres north of Sydney and 40 kilometres west of Newcastle. Our region is well renowned as Australia's oldest wine producing region and has a tourism industry worth an estimated $521 million. 

Working at Cessnock City Council you will have access to a wide range of benefits and option to help you balance your work/life commitments. These include; 

• Full-time 38 hours per week 
• Monthly RDO 
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members 
• Weekly health and wellbeing programs held on site
• Free flu vaccination program
• Free parking on-site
• Fabulous location in the picturesque Hunter Valley!

About You

To be considered for this role it is essential that you hold a current MR drivers licence (minimum) as well as a White Card. Your experience and knowledge in road and drainage construction and maintenance techniques as well as your competency in undertaking labouring duties for civil projects will be pivotal to your success in this role. You will also have experience in safely operating, servicing and maintaining vehicles, with a demonstrated commitment to safety. 

What's Next?

If you thrive in a dynamic work environment, value teamwork and are committed to delivering a high quality service to our community we encourage you to apply by completing the application form and provide detailed responses to the questions which relate to the criteria within the position description, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter.

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 24 October 2024 at 11:30pm

Who to Contact: Harley Vickery, Acting North Area Maintenance Coordinator, on 0409 703 352

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.